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Motorola’s longest employee part of legendary products May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features 91-year-old Chester Matusek, a 57-year employee at Motorola Inc. and now Motorola Solutions. He's survived massive layoffs, technology evolutions, and multiple CEOs. Over the years, he has worked on metals and molds to help shape some of the company's legendary devices, from the first cell phone to other products. He's now repairing devices, such as World War II walkie talkies for the company's museum. And he plans to continue working.
U-46 initiative strives for early literacy in kids May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Leaders of the "Give Me Five!" school readiness initiative updated Elgin Area School District U-46 school board members Monday, one year into their effort, which has focused on informing parents, community members and staff members of their roles in making sure 98 percent of first graders are reading at grade level by 2015.
Ex-U-46 teacher accuses district of forcing resignation May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
A former U-46 teacher has sued the district, arguing she was essentially fired in February 2012 after a hospitalization in fall 2010. Schaumburg resident Jeanette Boland, a former tenured teacher at Larsen and Kenyon Woods middle schools in Elgin and South Elgin, respectively, argues Elgin Area School District U-46 violated the Illinois Human Rights Act by saying she had a psychological problems, thus discriminating against her.
Illinois headed to limiting high-capacity ammo magazines?May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Following the pleas of parents whose children were killed during the Sandy Hook school shooting last year, an Illinois Senate panel agreed to move forward with state Sen. Dan Kotowski's plan to restrict the sale of ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 rounds.
Kick off Memorial Day weekend with Elgin Valley Fox Trot May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Celebrating its 36th year, the Elgin Valley Fox Trot offers races for all levels of competition, including a 10-mile run, a 5K run and a 2-mile Walk for a Cause. The CARA-certified races start at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, May 25. Race day registration will be open 6 to 7:15 a.m. in the gym at the Centre of Elgin, 100 Symphony Way.
Elgin police want to know where surveillance cameras are May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
The Elgin Police Department is asking residents and business owners to let them know if they have surveillance cameras, so that if a crime takes place, police know where to look quickly for potential evidence. And to help people learn more about surveillance systems, the police department will offer a special class on June 22.
Streamwood stopped by Addison Trail May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Hot Hoffman ousts Elgin May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
The trend continued Monday for the suddenly hot Hoffman Estates baseball team, which defeated host Elgin 3-1 in a regional play-in game to win for the seventh time in 10 games. "Early on we struggled a little bit, but we're definitely flowing right now and playing some good ball," said senior right-hander Jimmy Ward, who limited No. 16 Elgin (7-23) to an unearned run on 6 hits. No. 18 Hoffman Estates (11-18) advances to face No. 2 Batavia (25-6) in a Class 4A Bartlett regional semifinal on Wednesday at 4:30 p.m.
Softball/Fox Valley roundup May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Larkin uses Jefferson wildness to advance May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Patience at the plate is easy to have when the opposing pitcher isn't close to the strike zone. Larkin took advantage of Rockford Jefferson starter Mitch Gorsuch's ineffectiveness Monday afternoon. Gorsuch walked the first three batters — two of whom scored — and 5 of the 12 batters he faced as the Royals scored five times in the first two innings to beat the J-Hawks, 7-0, in the play-in game of the Class 4A DeKalb regional.
Sporting All The Benefits May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Do you think sports are all fun and games? While that is not incorrect, the truth of the matter lies in the obvious fact that a child who participates in a sport is offered far more benefits than just having an enjoyable time. Although some may argue participating in a sport is a distraction and a time consuming activity, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention declares otherwise. Childhood obesity has reached an all time high, doubling in children and tripling in adolescents over the past 30 years. In 2010, more than one third of children and adolescents were overweight or obese. With obesity becoming such a prevalent issue, it is no fallacy that children need to increase their physical activity, and what better way to start then by participating in a sport.
Find The Courage To Quit TobaccoMay 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Quitting anything can be difficult, but quitting tobacco on your own can be almost impossible. With World No Tobacco Day on May 31, 2013 it is time to stop using tobacco for good.
Good Shepherd Hospital Celebrating Cancer ChampionsMay 20, 2013 12:00 AM
On Sunday, June 2, join Good Shepherd Hospital to celebrate the 26th annual National Cancer Survivors Day, a time to honor those who’ve survived, inspire those who’ve recently been diagnosed, and give continued support to their families and communities.
Grand Prize Drawing Deadline is May 24 for Luxury Dream Home or $1.5 million in Cash in the Chicago Dream House Raffle May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Raffle raises critical funds for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and developmental disabilities
Booths available at Northwest Fourth Fest business expo May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Businesses interested in highlighting their products and services at this year's Northwest Fourth Fest in Hoffman Estates can now purchase a booth. Booths are available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 6, and Sunday, July 7, inside the Sears Centre Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway.
Images:The Week in Pictures May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
This edition of The Week in Pictures features things found in the air, including ducks, robins, owls, mosquitos, and rockets.
Elgin event asks: “Who Is My Muslim Neighbor?” May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
An event held Sunday at Elgin Community College brought a roomful of people earnestly searching for answers about the religion nearly one in four people on the planet claim as their own. “Who Is My Muslim Neighbor?” was organized by the Coalition of Elgin Religious Leaders and the Elgin Human Relations Commission.
What’s for dinner? Help for Aurora police dogs May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
An Aurora police support group has organized a drive-through barbecue dinner Tuesday to help raise money for the department’s new K-9 unit. The Citizens Police Academy Alumni of Aurora will host the fundraiser from 4 to 7 p.m at the Aurora Police Department, 1200 E. Indian Trail Road.
Elgin Police: One hurt in gang-related shooting May 19, 2013 12:00 AM
Elgin police are investigating a shooting from early Sunday morning that may have been gang-related. Police responded to reports of shots fired at about 1:35 a.m. and found a 23-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his leg near Jefferson Avenue and Porter Street, according to officials. The injured man was taken to Sherman Hospital with nonlife threatening injuries, police said.
ECC grad embraces life’s ups and downs May 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Karen Sarai Gonzalez came to the United States from Mexico when she was 16 years old knowing little English. Since then she has learned a new language, made new friends, become part of a second family, and earned a degree. Gonzalez was one of about 400 graduates honored at Elgin Community College Saturday, earning an associate of applied science degree in nursing.